Dag van de Hebreeuwse Taal 2028

Hebrew Language Day (Yom HaIvrit) is observed on the 21st of Tevet, the birthday of Eliezer Ben-Yehuda, who is credited with the revival of Hebrew as a spoken language. The day celebrates the Hebrew language as a cornerstone of Jewish identity and Israeli culture.

Schools and cultural institutions hold events celebrating the Hebrew language, including poetry readings, word games, lectures on Hebrew linguistics, and performances in Hebrew. The Academy of the Hebrew Language often announces new Hebrew words and terms. The day highlights the remarkable achievement of reviving an ancient language for modern daily use.